Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Job Description

Are you a passionate veterinary surgeon ready to take the next step in your career? This is your chance to join a progressive, well-equipped, and genuinely supportive independent practice where your skills are valued, your development is encouraged, and your wellbeing truly matters. Whether you’re looking to expand your clinical expertise, explore new areas of interest, or simply find a workplace that feels like home, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Our client is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly, close-knit team of experienced vets and RVNs. They take pride in fostering collaboration, professional growth, and compassionate care.
In this role, you will contribute to a varied caseload, engage in both surgical and consulting work, and have access to advanced facilities and mentorship from certificate holders across multiple disciplines. You will also enjoy the freedom to shape your career path with full support for your continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Providing excellent clinical and surgical care for small animals

• Building strong, lasting relationships with clients and their pets

• Working closely with fellow vets, nurses, and support staff in a team-focused environment

• Supporting junior team members and sharing knowledge and ideas

• Participating in a balanced rota designed to promote work–life harmony

• Engaging in the practice’s community and welfare initiatives

Requirements

Our client would love to hear from you if you are:

• A qualified Veterinary Surgeon (RCVS-registered)

• Ideally experienced and have completed your VetGDP

• Passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care

• A proactive team player who values communication and collaboration

• Motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to a supportive workplace culture

Benefits

Our client is committed to supporting your wellbeing, development, and job satisfaction. They offer:

• Salary: £40,000–£60,000 (commensurate with experience)

• Rota: Four days per week (8:30 am–6:00 pm), one night per week until 10 pm, one weekend in five (7 am–10 pm), with no overnight on-call

• Leave: Five weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays

• CPD Support: Fully funded CPD, including certificates and specialist training

• Facilities: A modern, well-equipped practice with advanced diagnostic and surgical technology

• Work–Life Balance: Protected admin and lunch breaks, flexible scheduling, and regular wellbeing check-ins

• Team Culture: A genuinely supportive environment with open communication and shared learning

• Perks: Generous staff pet discounts and a pet-friendly workplace

• Community Focus: Opportunities to support local events and charity initiatives

Join Them

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is passionate about veterinary excellence, teamwork, and creating a workplace where everyone thrives. If you are ready to grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Join the team and be part of a practice that values professional growth, high clinical standards, and a supportive work environment. Apply today!

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